Nora is the State Director of AARP CT. She maintains a laser focus on local community education and outreach, impactful state and federal advocacy, multicultural engagement, mutually beneficial organizational relationships and developing meaningful and diverse offerings for the age 50+ in Connecticut.

A University of Connecticut graduate with Harvard Law School Executive Education in Negotiation & Leadership, Nora has extensive experience in Connecticut’s nonprofit sector and government relations. As AARP Connecticut’s State Director, she has led efforts to improve healthcare access, protect against consumer fraud, and enhance workplace flexibility for caregivers. Previously, she was Public Policy Director at the Connecticut Association of Nonprofits, securing $270 million in funding and advancing significant reforms.

Nora also worked with the Office of Governor M. Jodi Rell on major legislation and served as Executive Director of The Arc CT, turning a budget deficit into a 20% surplus. Recognized by the National Council of Nonprofits and Hartford Business Journal, she is known for her impactful advocacy and strategic leadership.